Why are you reading the Bible? Or perhaps I should ask the question: Why don't you read the Bible? It is evident that many Christians don't take their Bible reading seriously, even though I teach it in the context of both church and university. This blog post will briefly address why you should engage in regular Bible reading, how to make it a habit, and the best ways to approach the Bible.

Why you should read the Bible regularly

You are influenced by what you read. Consider how you feel about your news feed. There are many benefits to reading the Bible regularly and consistently. The Bible reveals God's character to us and gives us God's revelation about himself to our people. We see God's holy and unchanging, faithful. He is gracious.

Second, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, when discussing the topic of Scripture, says that it's "profitable to teach, for reproof and correction" and that it leads to the "completeness and equipping" for "every good work" (ESV).

Third, reading God's word regularly reorients you're thinking so you can grow in maturity (Ephesians 4:14-16, Romans 12:1-2). Are you aware of a mature Christian who didn't regularly read the Bible as a regular part of their spiritual life? These are just three reasons to read the Bible regularly.

How to incorporate regular Bible reading into your life

The Bible is a spiritual discipline. We need to be disciplined about how we approach it. Ask God to give you the desire to read the Bible if you lack the motivation. Next, schedule a time in your day to read Scripture. Make it a priority. The next step is to find others who will hold you responsible for a reading plan. Perhaps you can even create a reading plan together.

The Bible: How to Approach it Rightly

It is essential to read the Bible regularly. However, it is equally important to approach it correctly. It's easy to become accustomed to focusing on the application of the Bible when you read it. While Christians need to apply the Bible in their daily lives, sometimes applications can be forced or unintended.

To avoid misapplications of texts, it is a good idea to read the whole Bible book and try to understand the text both in its immediate context and the entirety of the biblical book. Ask the reader what it says about God's character and nature.